Research Technical Specialist

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 41,328 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton is seeking a part-time Laboratory Technologist in Hamilton, Ontario. The role includes responsibilities for clinical services in quantitative cell counts in sputum, and participation in research projects in the Hargreave Nair laboratory.

The ideal candidate should have a completed MLT certification and at least 5 years of cytotechnologist experience in a hematology laboratory. This temporary position offers approximately 2-3 days of work per week.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience as a cytotechnologist in a hematology laboratory.
• Strong background in cell morphology.
• Experience in processing sputum samples for clinical and research purposes.

Responsibilities

• Process sputum for inflammatory indices in clinical respirology clinics.
• Participate in research projects and manuscript writing.
• Co-ordinate laboratory workload and clinical staff hours.

Skills

Cytotechnologist

Cell morphology

Laboratory quality control

Hematology

Cellular biology

Education

MLT (hematology)

Certification with the college of medical laboratory technologists of Ontario

Job description

Position Details

• Posting #: 32098
• Department: Nair General Research
• Employee Type: Temporary, Part Time
• Number of Weeks (Temporary): 50
• Union: Non-Union
• Openings Remaining: 1
• Reason for Posting: This is a new position.

Schedule

• Work Days: Monday to Friday
• Time of Day: Days
• Shift: Various Rotating
• Shift Start: Hours are subject to change based on operational requirements.
• Possible Site: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)

Application Dates

• Opening Date: 19/08/2025
• Closing Date: Applications must be received online by 12:00 midnight on the Closing Date.

Position Summary

The laboratory technologist will be part of a group participating in a number of studies, both observational and randomized trials, industry and peer-reviewed, involving both asthma and COPD subject populations. The technologist will be responsible, with another part‑time technologist (MLT) to provide a clinical service of quantitative cell counts in sputum, and to participate in research projects in the Hargreave Nair laboratory, and will report to Professor Parameswaran Nair, the medical director of the laboratory.

Domains of Practice

• Practice and perform processing of sputum for inflammatory indices for clinical respirology clinics and report on counts and morphology
• Practice and perform processing of sputum for inflammatory indices for research studies
• Cytochemical staining of sputum cytospins for special stains such as for hemosiderin, lipids etc
• Operate coulter cell counter to obtain and provide authorized complete blood results when needed
• Additional laboratory skills in cellular and molecular biology and immunocytochemistry and immunohistochemistry would be assets.

Specific Accountability

• Co‑ordinate and monitor laboratory workload and schedule clinical staff hours
• Maintenance of laboratory quality control as required by HRLMP
• Participate in research projects, participate in analysis and writing of manuscripts and presentation at scientific meeting (optional)
• Participate in the development and implementation of new and/or improved methodology/technology
• Collaborate with external professional associations
• Incorporate new or improved methodologies into routine clinical practice
• Respond to methodological enquiries and provide appropriate information to staff, fellows, and physicians nationally and internationally
• Optimize the provision of service by using available resources in an efficient manner
• Provide education to staff for practical application of sputum methodologies
• Maintain a high level of technical expertise, professional growth and development through seminars, workshops and international collaboration

Qualifications

• MLT (hematology)
• Maintenance of certification with the college of medical laboratory technologists of Ontario
• At least 5 years of experience as a cytotechnologist in a hematology laboratory with experience in cell morphology

This is a temporary part‑time time (2‑3 days/week, 8.30 am-4.30 pm) position.

St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier‑free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process ([e-mail]).